Part Time Assistant Store Manager - Southland
T2 Tea · Cheltenham, Victoria, Australia
- On site
- Full-time
- A$45,000 / year
- Cheltenham, Victoria, Australia
Job highlights
- Assist store manager with daily operations.
- Lead and coach retail team members.
- Drive sales and manage store costs.
- Develop team through feedback and training.
- Requires regular Sunday work, 25-30 hours.
About the role
Part Time Assistant Store Manager - Southland
We’re T2, a tea brand known for its delicious tea made with premium, sustainable ingredients. Every day, we love to excite our customers by inviting them into our world of tea, online and in our retail stores across Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.
Like our teas, our people are unique and diverse. We believe every team member brings different experience and skills to each role which is invaluable to T2. In return we provide training, incentives and encourage an inclusive culture through our policies and initiatives.
Today, we’re part of LIPTON Teas and Infusions, the world’s largest tea business. For our team, this connection opens opportunities to build global relationships, expand your career globally and participate in global programs and industry-leading initiatives.
We’re also proudly B Corp Certified. Get to know more about us at: https://www.t2tea.com
About The Role
T2 Tea is looking for a Part Time Assistant Store Manager to join its passionate team. You will assist the Store Manager with the day-to-day management of the retail store, including leading the team, visual merchandising, managing deliveries, and stock.
- Coach the team to deliver exceptional experiences for customers.
- Support the Store Manager to achieve budgeted sales and manage controllable costs.
- Lead the store and team in the absence of a Store Manager.
- Support the training of the team in customer service, product knowledge, and operational responsibilities.
- Encourage development within the team by providing timely feedback.
- Regular Sunday work is required for this role.
- 25-30 hours per week.
About You
- Passionate and motivated to deliver results.
- Confidently support your manager and team.
- Great communication, strong time management, and organizational skills.
- Previous team leader, key holder, or management experience is advantageous.
Life at T2
- Competitive salary with bonus earning potential and sales incentives.
- Enjoy a 50% discount on products and endless cups of tea.
- Recognition and rewards through our Moment Makers program.
- Volunteer leave day per year with a purpose-aligned organization.
- Progressive workplace policies including Menopause, Gender Equity, and Equitable Remuneration policies.
- Flexible working arrangement options, including hybrid work.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
About The Application Process
Don’t feel like you meet every single requirement? Still apply! We’d love to receive your application if most of your experience matches and you think you’ll thrive in this role.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
No agencies please – we have this one brewing in-house.
Key skills/competency
- Retail Management
- Team Leadership
- Visual Merchandising
- Customer Service
- Sales Management
- Stock Management
- Operational Management
- Coaching and Development
- Performance Management
- Time Management
Skills & topics
- Assistant Store Manager
- Retail Management
- Team Leadership
- Customer Service
- Sales
- Stock Management
- Visual Merchandising
- Part Time
- Tea Retail
- Southland
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your retail management, team leadership, and customer service experience. Use keywords from the job description.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your passion for tea and T2's brand. Explain how your skills align with the role's requirements.
- Showcase your leadership: In interviews, provide examples of how you've coached teams and driven sales.
- Emphasize your motivation: Demonstrate your passion for results and supporting your team and manager.
- Be adaptable: If you don't meet every requirement, still apply and explain your transferable skills.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Part Time Assistant Store Manager role at T2 Tea?
- This role is primarily based in a retail store setting, indicating an on-site work arrangement. While T2 Tea offers flexible working arrangements like hybrid work in other contexts, this specific role requires a physical presence in the Southland store to manage daily operations, lead the team, and handle stock.
- What is the salary for the Part Time Assistant Store Manager position at T2 Tea?
- T2 Tea offers a competitive salary for the Part Time Assistant Store Manager role, along with bonus earning potential through T2's performance incentive program and additional sales incentives. Specific salary figures are not provided, but the compensation package is designed to reward performance and contributions.
- Does T2 Tea offer career growth opportunities for an Assistant Store Manager?
- Yes, as T2 Tea is part of LIPTON Teas and Infusions, there are opportunities to build global relationships and expand your career globally. The company also encourages development within the team by providing timely feedback and training, supporting your growth within the organization.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Part Time Assistant Store Manager at T2 Tea?
- Key responsibilities include assisting the Store Manager with daily operations, leading the team, visual merchandising, managing deliveries and stock, coaching the team to deliver exceptional customer experiences, supporting sales targets, and leading the store in the manager's absence.
- Is previous management experience required for the Assistant Store Manager role at T2 Tea?
- Previous team leader, key holder, or management experience is advantageous but not strictly required. T2 Tea encourages applications from candidates who are passionate, motivated, and possess strong communication and organizational skills, even if they don't meet every single requirement.
- What kind of training and development can I expect as an Assistant Store Manager at T2 Tea?
- T2 Tea provides training in customer service, product knowledge, and operational responsibilities. You can also expect encouragement for development through timely feedback and opportunities to grow within the company, leveraging its global connections with Lipton Teas and Infusions.
- What are the benefits of working at T2 Tea as an Assistant Store Manager?
- Benefits include a competitive salary with bonus and sales incentives, a 50% discount on products, recognition and rewards programs, a volunteer leave day, progressive workplace policies (e.g., Menopause, Gender Equity), flexible working options, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Is this a full-time or part-time role as an Assistant Store Manager at T2 Tea?
- This is a part-time role, with a commitment of 25-30 hours per week. Regular Sunday work is also a requirement for this position.